Turn your assignment reading into a draft for your concept map assignment
Upload your readings or notes and get an editable mind map you can rearrange, expand, and explore before you build the final version for class.
What a concept map assignment usually asks for
Most concept map assignment prompts want you to show how ideas relate, not just list them, so the hard part is often seeing the structure before you draw anything.
- Pick one central concept that your prompt or reading is organized around.
- Group related terms under a few main branches instead of one long list.
- Check each connection by stating it as a short sentence.
- Confirm the required format, such as labeled arrows or a hierarchy, against your rubric.
Starts from your material
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain notes, or a photo of a textbook page and get a map built from the ideas in your own sources.
Editable branches
Rename, move, or delete nodes so the map matches the structure your instructor asked for.
Explorable layout
Expand and collapse branches to check how each main idea connects to its supporting points.
How it works
Upload your readings
Add the PDF, slides, or notes your assignment is based on.
Review the draft map
Check the central idea and main branches, then adjust anything that does not match your reading.
Build your final map
Use the draft as a base for your submitted version, adding labels or links your rubric requires.
A good starting point is one central concept from your reading, with five to eight main branches that each hold a distinct idea. Supporting details go one level deeper, and you can check that each link makes sense by reading the branch aloud.
Generating a draft from your own material means the map reflects your course readings rather than a generic template, which is useful when the grade depends on the specific ideas your instructor covered.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I start a concept map assignment?
Pick the central concept from your prompt, then list the main ideas your reading uses. Group related terms under branches before you worry about layout.
How many branches should a concept map have?
Check your rubric first, since many assignments specify a range. A common approach is five to eight main branches, each holding one distinct idea.
Can I export the map for my assignment?
Exports to PDF and DOCX are part of the Plus plan at $39/year or $7.99/month. The free plan lets you study and explore maps in the browser.
Does DeckOwl make concept maps with labeled arrows?
It creates editable mind maps, so add linking words to the connections yourself if your assignment requires labeled arrows.
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